Mindlance · 4 days ago
Manufacturing Engineer I - Weld
Dubuque, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$32.26/hr - $35.71/hrMindlance is a company seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I - Weld to support manufacturing engineering work for various projects. The role involves planning, coordinating, and performing engineering tasks while ensuring adherence to quality standards and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems
Contribute to the development of, and implement feasibility testing of, proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards
Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements
Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan
Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them
Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice
Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities
Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products
Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential
Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media
Monitor Fabrication D155/D156 and D157 operations to ensure adherence to standard work and safety protocols
Support operators with troubleshooting equipment, tooling, or process issues
Address operator concerns during new splits, process changes, or ramp-up activities
Verify correct function of tooling and fixtures; escalate issues when failures or abnormalities occur
Maintain work continuity while skilled trades are executing department projects
Perform in-process quality checks and audits according to established guidelines
Document non-conformances and initiate containment steps when defects are discovered
Coordinate with the Quality team to manage suspect material and ensure proper disposition
Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards, weld requirements, and inspection criteria
Identify opportunities to improve ergonomics, safety, productivity, or process flow during 3rd-shift operations
Capture operator feedback and relay improvement ideas or concerns to 1st-shift engineering teams
Support implementation of process updates and validate changes on the shop floor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Weld Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in a manufacturing environment—preferably fabrication, welding, or assembly
Strong problem‐solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues
Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection criteria, and non‐conformance documentation
Ability to work independently on 3rd shift while maintaining strong communication with cross‐shift teams
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working closely with operators, skilled trades, and engineering teams
Preferred
Experience with welding processes, fixtures, jigs, and fabrication tooling
Familiarity with continuous improvement tools (Lean, 5S, ergonomic assessments, etc.)
Experience working in a union environment
Experience with automatic processes, robot programming
Benefits
Metatarsals needed day 1
Company
Mindlance
Mindlance is a Staffing and Recruiting company which provides multi-vertical staffing services
Founded in 1999
1001-5000 employees
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